The parks most likely to keep a dog comfortable in summer sun: Otto Armleder's tree-lined acres with its dog shower, Kellogg's river-adjacent field, and Washington Park's splash creek.
Cincinnati City · 10 acres
Open
fenced · water · shade
One of the largest off-leash areas around, with separate sections for small and large dogs, drinking fountains, a dog shower, plenty of trees for shade and benches.
Metro Area · 4 acres
Metro
fenced · water
A 4-acre off-leash field on the east side along the Ohio River, with a dog water fountain and a mural painted by ArtWorks artists.
Cincinnati City · 12,000 sq ft
Open
fenced · water
In Over-the-Rhine's Washington Park.
Metro Area
Metro
fenced · water
Inside Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester/Mason.
Cincinnati City · Two yards — small & large
Open
fenced · water
Free public off-leash park in the redeveloped former U.S.